Children's Garden Pediatrics

09/08/2024

Do you love helping children learn? Children’s Garden Pediatrics and our partner practice Belmont Cambridge Health Care are participating in a back to school drive! Items needed for the kids include: Book bags, loose notebook paper, rule lined index cards, highlighters, 3 ring binders, plastic folders, composition notebooks, spiral notebooks, plastic rulers, erasers, pencils, mechanical pencils, pencil sharpeners, pencil pouches, bic pens, crayons, disappearing glue sticks, and washable markers. Drop off at 799 Concord Avenue Cambridge MA 02138 Door 4!

09/08/2024

AAP's 12 Tips for Parents for Back-to-School Season:

Schedule a back-to-school physical that includes any necessary vaccinations.
Start a dialogue about if and how your child uses social media.
Create a safe, judgement-free zone for your child to discuss tough issues with you.
Ensure your child eats a healthy breakfast that contains protein.
Provide proper supervision for morning drop off and after school.
Set a consistent bedtime. If your child has electronic devices, make sure they are turned off before bedtime.
Create a homework-friendly environment at home that consists of a workspace that is quiet and promotes study.
Establish a household rule that the television and other electronic devices stay off while doing homework; supervise computer and internet use.
Help your child organize their homework via checklists and timers.
If your child is struggling with a certain subject, speak with their teacher for recommendations on how to help.
If your child would benefit from special education services, submit a request to the school for an Individualized Education Program evaluation.
Contact a pediatrician if you notice changes in your child's mental or behavioral health, as well as changes in sleep, weight, and eating habits.

09/08/2024

Sports can have a positive effect on mental health, if the focus is on growth and learning instead of winning. Host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez talks with pediatric sports medicine physician Dr. Chris Renjilian about how you can keep sports fun for your child and help support their mental health. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts.

13/06/2024

Summer is fast approaching, and the camp forms are rolling in! Is your child going to camp? Here are some safety tips!

Choosing a summer camp for your child can seem like an overwhelming experience of choices and costs. The AAP has created this checklist to help you navigate the camp experience.

01/06/2024

As a specialist in trauma-informed care, Dr Lisa Zetley provides insight on the critical role pediatricians play in the lives of youths in foster care, kinsh...

22/05/2024

Body image plays an important role in your child's self-esteem and overall mental health. Here are five ways you can help boost their body positivity.

22/05/2024

Rise and shine! Here are ways to keep your precious one as safe as possible through the night!

No one knows exactly what causes SIDS, so there's no guaranteed way to prevent it. However, creating a safe sleep environment can help reduce your baby's risk of SIDS. On the other hand, we do know what causes accidental suffocation and strangulation in bed. This means parents can help prevent the...

21/05/2024

Summer is fast approaching! Here are some helpful tips and tricks to keep everyone in the family happy and healthy for some fun in the sun!

​Keep your family safe this summer by following these tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

08/05/2024

What you need to know about ticks and Lyme disease

Spending more time outside during the summer increases your family’s exposure to Lyme disease. Learn the symptoms and treatment of this tick-borne illness, as well as easy ways to minimize your risk.

Prevent your child from getting a tick bite (and the risk of Lyme disease) by covering up, using bug repellent, and doing tick checks.

23/01/2024

Answers for Families: Acne, Eczema, and More

Itching, flaking, redness, breakouts: If your child has eczema, acne, or sensitive skin, you won’t want to miss Boston Children's Hospital's next YouTube Live event on January 25 at 12:30 p.m. Discussion will include tips to ease symptoms, medical treatment options, seasonal skin changes, and much more.

Itching, flaking, redness, breakouts: If your child has eczema, acne, or sensitive skin, you won’t want to miss our next YouTube Live event on January 25 at ...